RFP 240t SECC Campaign Manager Services

The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts is soliciting proposals for a State Campaign Manager to administer and manage the State Employee Charitable Campaign (SECC). The primary objective is to ensure an orderly, fair, and proper implementation of the statewide effort to obtain charitable contributions from state employees. This solicitation is open to qualified, independent non-profit charitable organizations and federated community campaign organizations. The contract features an initial three-year term ending February 28, 2029, with options for two additional two-year renewal periods extending through February 28, 2033. Selection is at the sole discretion of the Committee, with a preference for federated community campaign organizations. If a charitable organization is selected, they are evaluated based on a weighted criteria system: 20% for statutory requirements (including diversity of agencies and fund-raising capability), 40% for the proposed SECC Campaign Plan, and 40% for the proposed budget. Respondents must provide extensive certifications, including criminal conviction certifications, nondiscrimination compliance, and financial audits or IRS Form 990s depending on their annual operating budget. Additionally, proposals must include a VetHUB Subcontracting Plan and a transmittal letter valid for 180 days. Payments are made within 31 days after the campaign year ends, subject to the balance of the SECC campaign contributions account.